Title: Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga ## Photo gallery for Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga ![Dining - Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga (Takashima)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74450000/74449100/74449099/482d64b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga (Takashima)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74450000/74449100/74449099/21b5718a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga (Takashima)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74450000/74449100/74449099/615eb4c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga (Takashima)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74450000/74449100/74449099/1360f9ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga (Takashima)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74450000/74449100/74449099/3bcf0c60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A private annex skate coffee / Takashima Shiga provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4205 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga A private annex in the countryside Adjacent to the rice fields A calm time unrelated to overcrowding There is no TV or convenience store Starry sky is beautiful The nearby Lake Biwa you can swim in the summer Hakodateyama ski resort is near It is an area where you can feel nature and the four seasons A row of metasequoia trees and Roadside station Adogawa are within a 15minute drive Cafe menu Rental cycle and rental BBQ stove are available for a fee with advance reservation / Japanesestyle architecture renovated from an old folk house 2 rooms with Flooring The antique taste such as the writing desk and the rocking chair Im making DIY tiny skate park in the garden please enjoy your stay with cups of self roasted coffee 3 is the best number of people Bed sharing futon is free for children up to 5 years old Its a rural area it is very inconvenient if you do not have a car If you are coming by train we recommend renting a car near Makino Station If you would like a receipt that is compatible with the invoice system, please contact the property directly. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 205 square feet ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96840000/96836600/96836527/32ae8e7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Minn Kiyomizu Gojo Gion - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file ### Property is also known as 195401 ## About the area Takashima is home to this holiday home. Fukui Prefectural Varve Museum and Wakasa Mikata Jomon Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Makino Pickland and Makino Kogen Onsen Sarasa. Yomeien and Lake Biwa Children's Land are also worth visiting. [Visit our Takashima travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takashima.dx6339928) [View more Holiday homes in Takashima](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takashima-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6339928-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.41604%2C136.02660&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XyII2mCqrPwUZSL9UmZbsxt_sng=) Takashima, Shiga ### What's nearby - ![Ishiyamadera Temple featuring heritage elements and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771846/d7f3b590-1c18-4d2d-b8c0-470e4bd16f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biwako Quasi-National Park 2 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000652349/715ae07e-6bad-4d7f-b5d9-ea2e8d709507.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Biwa 2 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![Otsu_Biwako Valley Ski Resort_553248621532772473_3](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532772473/25267bc9-9d75-4574-8468-a1d378ed0258.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biwako Valley Ski Resort 42 min drive \- 22.1 miles - Metasequoia Namiki 8 min drive \- 4.7 miles - Ogoto Onsen 59 min drive \- 32.8 miles ### Getting around - Makino Station 10 min drive ### Restaurants - 天下一品近江今津店セルフ 2 min drive - 食堂 すず広 4 min drive - マクドナルド 近江今津店 2 min drive - ジャッロ・フェリーチェ 2 min drive - B-PASS 年輪 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A private annex skate coffee / Takashima Shiga pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A private annex skate coffee / Takashima Shiga? ### What time is check-in at A private annex skate coffee / Takashima Shiga? ### What time is check-out at A private annex skate coffee / Takashima Shiga? ### Where is A private annex skate coffee / Takashima Shiga located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Artists retreat annex in Japan / Takashima Shiga Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### RRRlucky 25 Aug 2024 #### 周りは、田んぼに囲まれていて虫の声を聴きながら、のんびり過ごせました 周りは、田んぼに囲まれていて虫の声を聴きながら、のんびり過ごせました。 夏に泊まりましたが、窓を開けてクーラーなしで快適でした。 泊まって良かったです。 ##### RRRlucky ---